Guadalcanal Owl
Guadalcanal Owl (<em>Athene granti</em>) is a species of Owls (<em>Strigidae</em>) in the order Owls.
Overview
Guadalcanal Owl (Athene granti) is a species of Owls (Strigidae) in the order Owls.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Athene; binomial: Athene granti; authority: (Sharpe, 1888).
Distribution
Breeding range: Australasia.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Guadalcanal Owl is split from A. jacquinoti based on plumage and striking bioacoustic differences (Dutson 2011; HBW/BirdLife).
